Computer Networks, 5/e is appropriate
for Computer Networking or Introduction to Networking courses at both the
undergraduate and graduate level in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering,
CIS, MIS, and Business Departments. Tanenbaum takes a structured approach
to explaining how networks work from the inside out. He starts with an
explanation of the physical layer of networking, computer hardware and
transmission systems; then works his way up to network applications. Tanenbaum's
in-depth application coverage includes email; the domain name system; the World
Wide Web (both client- and server-side); and multimedia (including voice over
IP, Internet radio video on demand, video conferencing, and streaming media.
Each chapter follows a consistent approach: Tanenbaum presents key principles,
then illustrates them utilizing real-world example networks that run through the
entire book--the Internet, and wireless networks, including Wireless LANs,
broadband wireless and Bluetooth. The Fifth Edition includes a chapter devoted
exclusively to network security. The textbook is supplemented by a
Solutions Manual, as well as a Website containing PowerPoint slides, art in
various forms, and other tools for instruction, including a protocol simulator
whereby students can develop and test their own network
protocols.